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Top 10 Reasons to Promote From Within

As a company grows and demands change and evolve, roles and responsibilities will also change and the need for new employees will present itself. But for higher-level roles, should you look outward and recruit fresh...

How to Avoid Miscommunications with Clients

For any business, communication is one of the most important factors when it comes to building a great relationship with clients. Business leaders should be able to cultivate a well-working relationship with their clients that...

4 Elements to Include in Every Employee Training Program

Whether it’s a new batch of employees coming in for the new year or an annual refresher for current employees, businesses should have it in their 2020 plans to line up some effective training programs...

Winter Considerations for Tow Truck Businesses

Every season presents its own dangers for the open road. From hazy mornings in the fall to suffering heat in the summer, truck drivers face a number of weather-related risks when driving. Now that winter...

5 Goals Your Business Should Set for 2020

This year and, for good measure, this decade, are about to come to a close, representing a great opportunity for businesses of all sizes and industries to look ahead to the future. The end of...

Why Surety Bonds are Important for Contractors

Construction is an industry that already comes with inherent risks. From the physical issues that construction companies have to worry about, such as injuries and fatigue, to the fluctuation of the industry itself, those in...

Keep Your Workplace Safe from these Potential Holiday Claims

As winter approaches, the potential for slips and falls can increase as employees track in snow, sleet, rain, mud, and more. What’s more, with the holiday season in full swing, distractions could play a role...

Dealing with Holiday Burnout at the Office

Halloween is over and we’re well into the holiday season, the often stressful time of year where a busy work schedule runs next to an even busier home life. With friends and family coming through,...

What Causes Professional Liability Insurance Claims?

Small businesses of all kinds are sued every year over mistakes made. These could be intentional or, in most cases, unintentional. In fact, the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform reported that 43 percent of...

How to Promote Workplace Productivity Before a Relaxing Holiday

With Thanksgiving approaching and the days getting shorter and shorter, it’s no surprise that some employees may be getting antsy. The end of the year presents plenty of opportunities to take time off, attaching them...

How Your Business Can Give Back During the Upcoming Holidays

Even though it seems like temperatures just finally dropped and Halloween decorations have barely been put out, it’s already time to plan for the upcoming holiday season. For businesses, this means getting prepared for higher...

A Primer on Professional Liability Insurance

Any business that provides a professional service or advice to other businesses or individuals could find themselves in the middle of a legal battle at some point. While operating with a great deal of fear...

What Responsibilities Do Landlords Have in Storms and Other Disasters?

For landlords who rent out property in a flood zone or areas where natural disasters are common, it’s important to know the responsibility that comes with flooding and damage from natural disasters. If you’re a...

Cyber Liability Insurance: Cost of a Data Breach

This article was originally published in 2012. It was updated and re-published on October 7, 2019. Cyber liability is something most businesses don’t consider nearly as much as they should. Many businesses feel that they’re...

How Contractors Can Use Social Media to Boost Business

No matter the business or industry, every company needs a marketing strategy of some kind. Word of mouth has helped companies for decades, even centuries, but in today’s digitally connected and dependent consumer world, it’s...

Don’t Let Your Business Go Without Equipment Breakdown Insurance

Does your business use heavy-duty machinery to get the job done? What if you own a coffee shop where a top-tier espresso machine is the lifeblood of your business? What would you do if the...